1967 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 612 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 473 kg more than 1967 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ferrari 612 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ferrari 612. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ferrari 612 (587 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 2008 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | DS | 612 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 20.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 105 L |
